Name that Explorer
I was the first European to cross the Mississippi River as I led an expedition across North America. I also captured and sometimes killed Indians along the way.
Hernando de Soto
Which is an accomplishment of Christopher Columbus?
a) he found a water route to Asia
b) He opened the door for European exploration
c) He claimed land for the French
b- opened the door for European exploration
I crossed the Isthmus of Panama and discovered the Pacific Ocean!
Vasco Nunez de Balboa
Which is not an obstacle European explorers faced?
a) bad weather
b) supply shortage
c) violent interactions with Indians
d) discovering new land
d- discovering new land is an accomplishment, not an obstacle
I established a French colony in Canada. I also gave Canada its name!
Jacques Cartier
Describe the 3 G's and explain how it related to European exploration.
European explorers explored for the "3 G's"- God, Glory, and Gold. They wanted to spread their religion, bring glory to their country, and find riches.
Though I was born in Italy, I sailed for England. I am known as the 1st European explorer to reach North America since the Vikings!
John Cabot
Why were many explorers searching for a water route to Asia?
So they would have direct access to spices and other items like silk.
Give a specific example of how European explorers and American Indians cooperated.
Indians traded fur to the French
Indians taught the English to hunt/fish in exchange for tools and weapons
I was unsuccessful in finding a water route from Europe to Asia, because I sailed to the area of present-day New York! I discovered a river and a bay in present-day New York.
Henry Hudson